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Job description
Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.- all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit
PCG is seeking highly motivated and dependable intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) needs assessor in the Manassas, Gainesville, Haymarket area in Virginia. Assessors will conduct Supports Intensity Scale - Adult Version (SIS-A) 2nd edition assessments (and {state} Supplemental Questions) with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Assessors will also conduct Supports Intensity Scale- Children version (if applicable) with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities eligible to receive services.
Duties & Responsibilities
AN IRQR (Internal Interviewer Reliability and Qualification Review) is a process used by AAIDD (American Association of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) to assess the reliability and qualification of interviewers conducting Support Intensity Scale Assessments. Trainees must participate in AAIDD Training and pass an IRQR following training and annually thereafter to be recognized by AAIDD as a SIS Assessor and to conduct assessments independently. The initial AAIDD training is a multi-day extensive training experience and may require approximately one week of overnight hotel stays. Once trained, assessors may occasionally have overnight stays based on assessment locations and travel time. Overnight travel varies depending on the assessor’s assigned schedule and geographic area. This position will be hybrid. Assessments are conducted at a location chosen by the individual and their team. Common locations are at the individual’s home, a Provider agency, Case Manager office, a Day Support Program, a licensed residential provider’s location or virtually. Virtual assessments will be conducted in your home workspace committed to confidentiality of PHI. The setting of the assessment is decided by the Individual being assessed. This is a full-time role, including regular working hours as well as early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Specific Responsibilities
Clearly communicate purpose and reason for assessment to individual and other respondents.
Fosters positive and professional relationships and acts as liaison with internal and external customers to ensure effective working relationships and team building to facilitate the completion and review of assessments.
Conduct assessments timely and in a professional manner.
Consistency in completing and documenting assessment information.
Represent PCG and the client in a professional manner.
The list of responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties that contract needs may dictate.
Required Skills
Ability to consistently interact with individuals, family members, guardians, provider staff and others in an appropriate, professional, and respectful manner.
Knowledgeable of Person-Centered Practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and/or other online data entry.
Dedication to accomplishing goals and overcoming challenges.
Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity.
Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills.
Solid organization and time management skills.
Knowledge of federal, state, local laws pertaining to the program.
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
An understanding and empathy for participants.
Ability to take initiative and prioritize.
Superior organizational and interpersonal skills; position requires the ability to maintain and develop relationships from various environments.
Experience engaging and maintaining strong working relationships with community partners.
Ability to develop and evaluate processes and procedures to improve operations.
Exceptional strength in strategic thinking, analysis, problem solving, organizational leadership and collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to establish and execute defined goals and objectives to ensure compliance with performance measures.
Excellent problem resolution skills.
Compassionate and people oriented.
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in human service-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology.
At least one year’s experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Experience conducting individual assessments with knowledge of behavior rating or psychological testing principles.
Knowledge and experience with person-centeredness.
Prior experience conducting the Supports Intensity Scale assessment is preferred.
Experience with Home and Community Based Services waivers preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, behavioral support, and Virginia waiver programs strongly desired.
Strong clinical/social assessment and critical thinking skills required.
Other Requirements
Must have broadband internet connection at home (no dial-up).
Must be willing to travel and have an active, unrestricted license, reliable transportation and active auto insurance.
Must have dedicated home workspace committed to confidentiality of PHI.
Must be comfortable and familiar with technology including the use of virtual meeting technology (Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
Working Conditions remote/hybrid model.
100% In state travel #LI-Remote #LI-MB1
Compensation
Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role,
medical and dental care benefits
401k
PTO
parental leave
bereavement leave
$55,000 - 65,000
PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.
Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.- all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit
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Worksite address
manassas, VA, 22110, US
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